On the occasion of Human Rights Day on Tuesday 10 December, the Embassy of the Netherlands hosts the premiere screening in Sweden of the documentary Eddy's War, portraying award-winning war photographer Eddy van Wessel on the frontlines in Ukraine, capturing the brutal effects of Russia's full scale invasion of Ukraine.

The screening is followed by a panel discussion on:
- What risks do journalists face in conflict zones, and how can we help safeguard their access? 
- How can we uphold standards like truthfulness, accuracy, and objectivity in challenging conditions with limited reliable sources? 
- What is the role of journalists in documenting war crimes and holding perpetrators accountable? 

Program:

• 16:00 - 16:05 Opening remarks by Ambassador Joost Reintjes
• 16:05 - 17:45 Screening of the documentary Eddy’s War by Emmy and BAFTA-winning filmmaker Joost van der Valk
• 17:45 - 18:30 Panel discussion with war photographer Eddy van Wessel, Bengt Norborg (correspondent SVT), Henrik Sjöberg (VP Svenska PEN), Katarina Carlsson (director RSF Sverige), and moderator Kersti Forsberg (journalist and former director Fojo Media Institute)
• After 18:30 Optional mingle

This event is open to the public and free of cost. Register via this link to be added to the guest list.

The panel discussion is organized in collaboration with Reporters without Borders (RSF) Sweden, Svenska PEN and SVT.